On Sept. 23, the Golden Retriever Rescue Resource is to hold its First Annual "Almosta" Iron Dog Competition, which is part of the "Second Annual Andy's Army Canine Cancer Walk and Run" at Side Cut Metro Park, 1025 W. River Rd., Maumee.

The Iron Dog event is just for fun and not as stringent as actual Iron Dog competitions. This event includes three parts. First, owners and dogs must run 50 yards. Next, owners must place all four of their dog's paws in four consecutive baby wading pools. Finally, the owner and dog must cover an additional 50 yards with the dog riding in or on a non-motorized wheeled vehicle such as a skateboard, baby buggy, shopping cart, or wagon.

The cost to enter the Iron Dog contest is $10, and the registration deadline is Sunday. The registration fee for the walk and run is $15 a person and $30 for families. Go to gr-rescue.org or call Sue Bechtel at 419-875-5272 for more information.

Contact Tanya Irwin at: tirwin@theblade.com or 419-724-6066.

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